American Journal of Human Genetics

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The American Journal of Human Genetics is a leading journal in the field of human genetics. Since its inception in 1948 by the American Society of Human Genetics, the Journal has provided a record of research and review relating to heredity in humans and to the application of genetic principles in medicine and public policy, as well as in related areas of molecular and cell biology. Topics explored by The American Journal of Human Genetics include:

The American Journal of Human Genetics is conventionally abbreviated as Amer J Hum Genet, and is sometimes referred to as the AJHG.

Frequency: monthly; two volumes/year; six issues/volume. Volume 84 began in January 2009. ISSN: 0002-9297. 250 pages/issue.

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Inventive approach may improve enzyme replacement therapy for Fabry disease

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A new study uses a creative structure-based remodeling strategy to design a therapeutic protein that exhibits significant advantages over currently available treatments for a rare disease that often leads to cardiac and renal ...


Gene mutation may reveal clues for treating lung diseases

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(PhysOrg.com) -- A genetic mutation found in four children born with multiple abnormalities may provide insight into potential treatments for newborn lung distress and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).


Dartmouth researchers get personal with genetics

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Two recent studies by Dartmouth researchers use individual genetic data to reveal the powers and limits of our current understanding of how the genome influences human health and what genes can reveal about the ancestry of ...


Sex Talk Revelations of the Lonely Y Chromosome

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created Sep 09, 2009 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (3) | comments 3

(PhysOrg.com) -- In the week that the University of Leicester celebrates the 25th anniversary of the discovery of DNA fingerprinting (Thursday September 10) new findings from the world-renowned University of Leicester Department ...


Scientists identify genetic cause for type of deafness

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A team led by scientists from The Scripps Research Institute has discovered a genetic cause of progressive hearing loss. The findings will help scientists better understand the nature of age-related decline in hearing and ...


Study links selection for pathogen-resistance with increased risk for inflammatory disease

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created Aug 06, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

New research reveals that a simple laboratory assay detects a genetic variation in host response to bacterial infection that is associated with an increased susceptibility for inflammatory disease. The study, published by ...


Perfect pitch study offers window into influences of nature and nurture

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created Jul 02, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Practice, practice, practice might get you to Carnegie Hall, but for aspiring musicians, there's new evidence that genes may influence one's ability to get there, as well.


Scientists identify gene for deadly inherited lung disease

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A rare, deadly developmental disorder of the lungs called alveolar capillary dysplasia with misalignment of pulmonary veins (ACD/MPV) that usually kills the infants born with it within the first month of life results from ...


Genetic 'bearded lady' syndrome uncovered: study

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created May 21, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

New research provides exciting genetic insight into a rare syndrome that first appeared in the medical literature in the mid 1800s with the case of Julia Pastrana, the world's most notorious bearded lady. The study, published ...


Discovery of facial malformation gene

Discovery of facial malformation gene

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(PhysOrg.com) -- The first specific genetic mutation which can cause a potentially serious facial disfigurement has been identified by researchers at Oxford University. The finding, published online in the ...


Researchers gain fine-scale, genome-wide insights into patterns of human population structures around the world

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created May 14, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

(PhysOrg.com) -- Through sophisticated statistical analyses and advanced computer simulations, researchers are learning more about the genomic patterns of human population structure around the world.


Single gene defect can cause stroke, other artery diseases

Single gene defect can cause stroke, other artery diseases

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created May 01, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

For the first time, scientists have discovered a single gene defect that causes thoracic aortic aneurysms and dissections as well as early onset coronary artery disease, ischemic stroke and Moyamoya disease. ...


Researchers find possible genetic link for pelvic floor disorders

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University of Utah researchers have identified a region of the human genome that may contribute to the development of pelvic floor disorders such as pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence, according to a study ...


Scientists identify gene linked to deadly disorder in newborns

Scientists identify gene linked to deadly disorder in newborns

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(PhysOrg.com) -- After 12 years of searching, UCLA scientists have tracked down the first known gene mutation responsible for a heartbreaking disorder that kills newborn babies. Published in the April 1 online ...


New gene-searching method uncovers possible new targets for Crohn's disease drugs

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Discovering the different genes that contribute to a complex disease is like searching in the proverbial haystack for an unknown number of needles--some much smaller than others, often blending into the background, and many ...